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Catoctin National Recreation Trail vs Maple Pass Loop Trail

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

Units
Catoctin National Recreation Trail Maple Pass Loop Trail
Distance 27 mi43 km 1.7 mi3 km
Elevation gain 3,655 ft1,114 m 62 ft19 m
Typical duration 2 days 1 day
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network Regional Local
Country United States United States
Best time to hike Best from October to October Best months: July, September
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Catoctin National Recreation Trail vs Maple Pass Loop Trail: which should you hike?

At 27 mi43 km, Catoctin National Recreation Trail is the longer route — roughly 25 mi40 km more than Maple Pass Loop Trail (1.7 mi3 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Maple Pass Loop Trail is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.